Name: Chocolate Lava Cake in a Crock Pot
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h 15 min
Total time: 4 h 25 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: American

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February 6, 2026

This Lava Cake in a Crock Pot is a simple but decadent chocolate dessert recipe that you make in your crock pot. It is so easy and chocolatey. The lava cake in a crock pot is so good and so easy. It is the perfect rich dessert that you can serve any night of the week. It so full of chocolate flavor, your entire family will cheer for this crock pot dessert.

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Chocolate Lava Cake in a Crock Pot

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Grease the crock pot and set aside.

Combine the chocolate cake mix, sour cream, vanilla, butter,eggs and 1 ¼ cups of milk in a large bowl (or directly in the crock pot);Transfer to slow cooker.

In a separate bowl, combine the pudding and remaining 2 cups of milk and whisk as directed on the package.

Pour directly on top of the prepared cake mix. Do not stir.

Secure the crock pot lid and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.

Remove the lid and sprinkle on the mini marshmallows and chocolate chips.

Put the lid back on and allow to cook for 15 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chocolate Chip Distribution Magic 🍫
Toss chocolate chips in a light coating of flour before adding to the batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake during cooking.
Moisture Mastery 💧
The sour cream is your secret weapon for an ultra-moist lava cake - ensure it's at room temperature for seamless integration into the batter.
Liner Lifesaver 🧻
Create a parchment paper sling in your crock pot to easily lift out the entire cake without any breaking or sticking.
Lava Flow Control 🌋
For the most decadent lava center, slightly underbake the cake by removing it when the edges are set but the center still appears slightly jiggly.
Marshmallow Magic 🤍
Sprinkle mini marshmallows on top during the last 30 minutes of cooking for a gooey, golden-brown topping that adds extra indulgence.